Accounts Payable Specialist

Company: Robert Half
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing and processing high-volume invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records. Responsibilities: • Process a large volume of invoices, including PO-based, non-PO, and recurring invoices, with precision and adherence to company guidelines. • Perform comprehensive 3-way matching by verifying purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and terms. • Review invoices for proper general ledger coding, cost center allocation, tax compliance, and ensure routing for approvals according to company hierarchy. • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and vendors to reconcile issues. • Conduct regular reviews of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for, processed, and paid on time. • Support month-end closing activities by preparing accruals, reviewing aging reports, performing reconciliations, and reporting outstanding liabilities. • Maintain organized digital records of invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation in compliance with audit requirements. • Utilize ORACLE systems effectively to process approvals and manage accounts payable workflows. • Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency in invoice processing and payment cycles. • Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout all accounts payable processes. • Proven experience in accounts payable, including processing high-volume invoices and performing 3-way matching. • Strong understanding of general ledger coding, cost center assignments, and tax compliance. • Must have Proficiency in ORACLE systems for accounts payable functions. • Familiarity with automated clearing house (ACH) transactions and check runs. • Ability to handle invoice approvals and resolve discrepancies efficiently. • Excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records and meet deadlines. • Effective communication skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams. • Knowledge of purchase orders and invoice processing workflows.

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